2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
